Photographic Compositions, ContinuedViewpoint andWhen selecting or taking photographs of people, particularly commandingcamera angleofficers, executive officers, command master chiefs, and visiting dignitaries,(Continued)avoid unflattering camera angles and viewpoints. Eliminate images shot atextremely low-camera angles that emphasize double chins, excess weight,and nostrils. To subdue chubby cheeks and double chins, shoot from a high-camera angle to make the subject look up toward you. Because of NavyRegulations regarding eating, drinking, and smoking in uniform, eliminate allimages of military personnel in uniform eating, drinking, or smoking.Images are acceptable if the subject is at an informal picnic or social occasionwhere the members are out of uniform.When selecting photographs taken on base, onboard ship, or in classifiedareas, carefully review every element in the picture area for potentialcompromise. If you are unsure about an image, refer the photograph to thecommand Photographic Officer before releasing or reproducing it. Simplecropping may eliminate the need to reshoot an image.Continued on next page1-33
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